Even just a bit of pattern can brighten the mood of a room. If you don't have leftover wallpaper for a small space like this cabinet, see if your local home supply store has free discontinued wallpaper books, or order small samples online.

Channel your inner designer and introduce colors and patterns to an ordinary coffee table with wallpaper. Cover paper with glass for added protection and to hold paper in place. When you want a new look, simply switch wallpaper.

An assortment of bargain-priced white platters discovered at a discount store becomes lively art when adorned with boldly patterned wallpaper (any decorative papers would work). Size and cut wallpaper to fit the center flat areas of each platter, leaving a wide rim as the frame. Use spray adhesive to affix the cutouts. Group the platters, and display on the wall using wire plate hangers.

Use chalkboard paint to create change-your-mind wallpaper by repeating stencil shapes. We chose a regimented pattern of tropical leaves, but the only limit on the look is your imagination. Keeping the chalk above a chair rail reduces the chance of smudges. Buy stencils at crafts stores. The background color in our photo is Benjamin Moore 2147-30 Jalapeño Pepper.

Customize a lampshade with a piece of wallpaper. Trace sides of the shade on back of wallpaper; add ½ inch to each edge. Wrap lampshade, then fold over excess and secure to inside of the shade. You can also try wallpapering the inside of the lampshade. Keep in mind new colors will affect lighting.